What is mean by suppose?
transitive verb. 1a : to lay down tentatively as a hypothesis, assumption, or proposal suppose a fire broke out suppose you bring the salad. b(1) : to hold as an opinion : believe they supposed they were early. (2) : to think probable or in keeping with the facts seems reasonable to suppose that he would profit.
What kind of word is suppose?
verb (used with object), sup·posed, sup·pos·ing. to assume (something), as for the sake of argument or as part of a proposition or theory: Suppose the distance to be one mile.
How do you use I suppose in a sentence?
- I suppose [=(chiefly US) I guess] you’re right.
- I suppose that could happen, but it’s not likely.
- You could say, I suppose, that he was not ready for marriage.
- “Do you suppose it’s true?” “Yes, I suppose it is.”
What part of speech is suppose?
transitive verb
suppose
| part of speech: | transitive verb |
|---|---|
| part of speech: | intransitive verb |
| definition: | to guess or assume something. I’m not stating anything as a fact; I’m just supposing. synonyms: hypothesize, speculate, theorize similar words: conjecture, guess, presume, reckon, surmise |
| related words: | deem, speculate, suspect |
What do you expect Meaning?
: to think that something will probably or certainly happen. : to think that (someone or something) will arrive or that (something) will happen. : to consider (something) to be reasonable, required, or necessary.
How do you use suppose in English?
Suppose (without the d) should only be used as the present tense of the verb meaning to assume (something to be true).
How do we use suppose?
Use supposed to when saying what is the best thing to do in a situation; the correct way of doing things. For example, use supposed to for cultural rules and expectations. “You are not supposed to talk loudly in a library.” “I totally forgot I was supposed to call you last night, sorry.”
What is supposed fact?
assumed as true, regardless of fact; hypothetical: a supposed case. accepted or believed as true, without positive knowledge: the supposed site of an ancient temple.
Is it suppose to do or supposed to do?
Supposed to is part of a modal verb phrase meaning expected to or required to. Although suppose to crops up frequently in casual speech and writing, it should not be used in that sense. Suppose (without the d) should only be used as the present tense of the verb meaning to assume (something to be true).
What did you expect Meaning?
“What did you expect?” refers to Joe’s expectation at the time of the invitation, whereas “What do you expect?” refers to Joe’s expectation now that he has asked what Michael said. It is a small semantic difference and one that probably doesn’t really matter in terms of its essential meaning.
What I expected definition?
to look forward to; regard as likely to happen; anticipate the occurrence or the coming of: I expect to read it. I expect him later. She expects that they will come. to look for with reason or justification: We expect obedience. Informal. to suppose or surmise; guess: I expect that you are tired from the trip.
What’s the kids definition of the word suppose?
Kids Definition of suppose. 1 : to think of as true or as a fact for the sake of argument Let’s suppose you won. 2 : believe sense 2, think I suppose that’s true.
When to use suppose vs.supposed to at work?
When I say, “I’m supposed to be at work,” that means I’m expected to be at work or I’m required or normally I should be at work today but I’m not doing it because I feel sick. Make sure to use a form of the verb to be so, “Children are supposed to be quiet in class,” and, “I am supposed to be at work today.”
Is there a reason to suppose that something is true?
There’s no reason to suppose (=it is unlikely that) he’s lying. Grammar In more formal English, you can say it is supposed that something is true: It is usually supposed that girls are less aggressive than boys. 8 formal
What makes you want to look up suppose?
1 : to think of as true or as a fact for the sake of argument Let’s suppose you won. 2 : believe sense 2, think I suppose that’s true. 3 : guess entry 1 sense 1 Who do you suppose won? What made you want to look up suppose? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible). Love words? Need even more definitions?
When to use suppose or supposed?
If you want to use the term as a verb, then you should choose suppose since both have an “e” in their spelling. Meanwhile, you should use supposed if you want an adjective as both words have a “d” in their spelling.
Is it suppose or supposed?
Supposed to is the conventional spelling of the adjectival phrase meaning required to, expected to, or allowed to. But suppose to is common enough to be considered acceptable at least in informal writing, and it does not cause confusion.
What is the definition of supposed to?
supposed to. Someone or something is meant to do something. (Frequently, in speech, supposed is reduced to s’posed. The words someone or something can be replaced with nouns or pronouns, or used themselves.) Mary: They didn’t deliver the flowers we ordered.